The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have announced that Kieran Foran will return to the club as an Assistant Coach on a two-year deal.
The former Sea Eagles star enjoyed two playing stints at Manly, making 196 NRL appearances across nine seasons and helping the club secure the 2011 NRL Premiership.
The New Zealand international is currently representing the Kiwis in the Pacific Championships and has retired from the NRL at the end of the 2025 season after a remarkable 318-game career spanning 17 seasons.
Foran re-joins Manly after three seasons with the Gold Coast Titans, where he played 56 matches.
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Speaking on his return, Foran expressed his excitement about reuniting with the Sea Eagles and beginning the next chapter of his rugby league journey.
“I’m stoked to be coming back to Manly, I really am,” he said.
“This club has been a huge part of my life and given me so much, and now I get to try and give a little back.
“I’m super excited to be working alongside Seibs and the team and I can’t wait to rip in.”
Sea Eagles head coach Anthony Seibold said Foran’s return will be a major boost for the club, praising his leadership and deep connection to Manly.
“It’s wonderful to bring Kieran home to Manly,” Seibold said.
“He has Manly DNA and was a great servant to the club as a player and a premiership winner.
“He now starts the next chapter in his career as a coach and I’m excited for him.”
Foran’s appointment marks a homecoming for one of Manly’s most respected players and adds valuable experience to the Sea Eagles coaching staff ahead of the 2026 NRL season.